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The little-known condition that caused me agonising pelvic pain
- A Cornwall restaurateur endured weeks of agonising pelvic pain before a correct diagnosis was made.
- The diagnosis revealed lichen sclerosus, a chronic skin condition not sexually transmitted and without a cure.
- The patient describes emotional toll, including anxiety about intimacy and ongoing fear of recurrence.
- The article highlights delays in diagnosis and the impact of healthcare navigation on patients with intimate health symptoms.
- Diagnosis came after dermatology involvement, ending a period of diagnostic uncertainty.
- The piece notes that lichen sclerosus is not cancer and not sexually transmitted.
- The patient describes extensive antibiotic use before final diagnosis.
- The article emphasizes that the condition can be managed with treatment but has no cure.
- The narrative includes a personal diary-style account of medical journeys and hospital visits.
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